Marin County Awards $1.65 Million In Funding To Nonprofits

MARIN COUNTY, CA — Annual funding from the County of Marin's Community Grants and Investment Program will be allocated to Marin County nonprofit and community-based organizations starting in December.

The Marin County Board of Supervisors approved $1.65 million for the program during its Nov. 4 meeting. The 94 award winners are scheduled to sign contracts soon to accept the funds.

The total allocation was higher than last year, including a one-time $500,000 grant from the Board of Supervisors to help nonprofits and community groups cope with federal policy changes. Distributions range from $1,500 to $50,000 and are dedicated to one-time 2026 projects addressing community needs and Board priorities: affordable housing, equity, disaster preparedness, climate resilience, community vitality, and infrastructure.

The County received 177 applications requesting $6,322,310. County staff, supervisorial district offices, and a Marin Community Foundation representative reviewed all requests.

The County launched its new CGIP in summer 2025, merging two programs and creating a more accessible, transparent path for funding local projects benefiting Marin residents. The application period ended September 2.

The application period for the CGIP is anticipated to begin in July 2026, targeting the 2027 calendar year.